Stories

Warwick Homes of Hope: Grateful for Collaboration in Charity

August 18, 2023

By Nathan Thompson Whether you call it a spirit of generosity, a belief in the value of charity, or a philanthropic disposition, something remarkable motivates this community to step up...

Transforming Conflict into Conversation

August 11, 2023

Today we feature one of our new nonprofits who will be joining us this year on Sunday, December 10th. Now more than ever, we want to rally around organizations such...

Christmas In July: The Giving Trail!

July 28, 2023

Lancaster Gift Box, purveyor of fine Pennsylvania-made goods and signature gift boxes, is thrilled to announce the inaugural Giving Trail. This Christmas in July-themed event is aimed at spreading joy,...

Aaron’s Acres: A Discussion with Elaine Burnett and Risa Paskoff

July 20, 2023

By Marian Pontz “Embracing Possibilities Beyond Disabilities” On a warm summer morning, Aaron's Acres camp attendees experienced pure joy and satisfaction when riding two very gentle therapy horses at the Greystone Manor...

An Interview with Bench Mark Program Founder

July 14, 2023

By Marian Pontz In a rather nondescript building on the corner of Prince and Vine Streets in Lancaster City, there are miracles happening. No, I’m not talking about the Catholic...

The Period Project: Help in a tangible way!

July 07, 2023

Thank you so much for your support of The Period Project Harrisburg! You're part of our success story thus far and we could not be impacting lives without your assistance!!...

Welcome Mennonite Central Committee to GTGH!

July 01, 2023

We welcome Mennonite Central Committee to the 2023 Gift Fair and we invite you to learn more about their ongoing efforts to create peace through supporting the Ukrainian people who...

Lancaster Sweet Shoppe Serves up House-Made Ice Cream

June 28, 2023

By Maddy Pontz The Lancaster Sweet Shoppe — well-known for serving up fresh Stroopies, as well as chocolates and sweets from Groff’s Candies — recently announced an update to their menu: all of their...

SEEDS of Conestoga Valley

June 24, 2023

By Marian Pontz “I'm so grateful for kind immigration lawyers,” said Michelle Kime. Kime is a longtime supporter of the Gifts that Give Hope Fair, where—for a decade—she sold her...

Friendships Formed at SCORE Celebration

June 23, 2023

By Sarah Ziegler Originally published on the SWAN website. Republished with permission. On April 20th, I jumped onto a school bus at Washington Elementary School with two SWAN students. Our...

Why are Regenerative Practices Important?

June 09, 2023

In our latest article, we want to highlight our partnership with Cedar Meadow Farms and hope that you'll consider buying the Hands of Hope Blend! Here's just a bit about...

How Coffee Plays A Huge Role In The Reforestation of Haiti

May 26, 2023

... AND HOW YOU CAN HELP! Did you know that coffee trees provide farmers with valuable income and promote reforestation in a landscape with very little coverage in Haiti? Singing...